Snoop Dogg Honors DMX: “God Wanted His Angel Back”

(AllHipHop News) 

Snoop Dogg has paid tribute to his friend and fellow rapper DMX following his death on Friday (April 9th), insisting God wanted his “angel” close at hand.

The “Gin & Juice” star, who teamed up with his pal for a Verzuz battle royale last year, offered up his thoughts about DMX’s passing during a taped appearance for the Today show and explained the Ruff Ryders MC was trying to “glorify his relationship with God” in the final months of his life.

“He was always pushing the right thing, and he was always trying to help other people,” Snoop said. “And that leads me to believe that’s why God chose his angel to come back home with him.

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“He did his time out here. He did what he was supposed to do. He influenced, he inspired and he represented. So, DMX, his soul will live on and his music will live on, as well. We thank you, brother, for what you brought to us.”

Snoop’s interview on Today will air on Friday (April 16th).

Before his latest TV appearance, Snoop took to social media over the weekend to honor DMX, stating: “Love u brother. C u when I get there.”

He also posted footage from the pair’s Verzuz battle and added: “What they thought was a battle ended up being a family reunion. Of 2 Doggs who loved everything about each other thank. U. X for loving me back (sic).”

And Snoop took to Instagram on Monday to heap more praise on the late rap star, adding: “DMX did NOT wait to be perfect for God to USE him. He taught people that u can be flawed and still be a vessel.”

DMX, real name Earl Simmons, died a week after suffering a heart attack reportedly triggered by a drug overdose. He was 50.

Meanwhile, members of DMX’s family have shot down reports suggesting Jay-Z has snapped up the late rapper’s master recordings as part of a lucrative deal.

“No one has bought Earl’s masters,” a family statement provided to Billboard reads. “Additionally, we are not selling any merch (merchandise) or raising money for Earl’s funeral. If anyone is requesting for money for his funeral please be aware the person is a scammer. We will keep the public posted on funeral/memorial service arrangements.”